Extending How Long You Remember Is Aided by Testing Yourself

question 109

Multiple Choice

Extending how long you remember is aided by testing yourself over and over and

• A)taking a practice test right before you take the actual exam.
• B)is good for extremely long, complicated information.
• C)is only helpful if the information is not very meaningful.
• D)gradually lengthening the time between practice tests.

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Definitions:

Classically Conditioned

A training technique where two stimuli are continually linked together; a reaction initially caused by the second stimulus is ultimately triggered by the first stimulus by itself.

Emotional Reactions

Immediate responses to stimuli or events, varying in intensity, that involve psychological and physiological changes and influencing behavior.

Conscious Recollection

The intentional and aware memory retrieval of specific experiences or information from one's past.

Procedural Memories

Memories for the performance of actions or skills, often known as "muscle memory," which are recalled without conscious awareness.